Written statement of reasons for dismissal
From Friday 25 July, gone are the days of vague and vanilla letters of dismissal. Clear reasons for termination must be included in such letters to ensure that employers remain […]
Discrimination awards
It’s not only the employment law that’s facing significant change, as the maximum limit for discrimination claims will also rise on Friday 25 July from £10,000 per claim to the […]
Breach of employment rights award
The maximum award for breaches of basic employment rights will be doubled from four weeks to eight weeks. Whether this involves a breach of rest periods, flexible working, minimum wage, […]
Unfair dismissal compensation
Two new bandings of unfair dismissal compensation are to be introduced. The current system dictates that unfair dismissal compensation reaches a maximum after five years of service with an award […]
